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One last tip - if you're unsure about anything during the application process, it's better to be honest and provide too much information than to leave something out. Washington ESD can always clarify things later, but omitting information can cause delays or issues with your claim.
Just want to add that if you're having trouble reaching Washington ESD to ask questions about this stuff, I had success with that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier. Really helped me get through to an actual person.
I had to deal with this recently too and ended up using Claimyr because I couldn't get through on the phone. The agent was super helpful and explained that you basically need to 'close the loop' by filing one final claim with your work information. After that, your claim goes inactive automatically. Definitely worth using their service if you need to talk to someone at Washington ESD - check claimyr.com.
Thanks for the info! Sounds like Claimyr is really helpful for getting through to Washington ESD.
One thing to watch out for is if you have any pending issues on your claim. Make sure those are resolved before you stop filing, otherwise you might have problems if you need to reopen later.
Chloe Robinson
I would strongly recommend consulting with a disability attorney before making any applications. Many offer free consultations and they understand the interaction between these different benefit programs much better than the average person.
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Miguel Alvarez
•That's probably the smart move. I'll look for attorneys who specialize in disability law in Washington.
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Diego Flores
•Make sure they understand unemployment law too, not just disability. You want someone who knows how both systems work together.
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Anastasia Kozlov
Bottom line: in most cases, you cannot receive both unemployment and disability benefits at the same time because the eligibility requirements contradict each other. There might be very specific exceptions, but they're rare and you'd need expert advice to navigate them safely.
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Miguel Alvarez
•Thanks everyone, this has been really helpful. I think I'm going to consult with an attorney before doing anything.
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Sean Flanagan
•Smart choice. Better to get it right the first time than to have to deal with appeals and overpayments later.
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